Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum

The Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum in Koganei houses preserved historic buildings that Miyazaki visited for research, directly inspiring Spirited Away's spirit town streetscapes. The museum's relocated Meiji and Taisho-era buildings, including a traditional public bathhouse, bring the anime's mysterious shopping street to life.

📺 Scene from the Anime

Miyazaki Hayao is known to have visited this museum for inspiration. The Kodakara-yu bathhouse and the Taisho-era commercial buildings strongly resemble the spirit town's shopping street in the film.

Access

Nearest Station: Musashi-Koganei Station

JR Chuo Line, Musashi-Koganei Station North Exit, then Seibu Bus (5 min ride)

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Recommended visit: 120 min

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